Hawaii: Aloha to Paradise

DAY 1: ALOHA TO OAHU: THE GATHERING PLACE!

Arrive in Honolulu where you will be greeted at the airport with a traditional flower lei before transferring to your luxury hotel in Waikiki Beach. Enjoy a festive welcome dinner with your fellow travelers at Tiki’s Grill overlooking the Pacific Ocean. D

DAY 2: PINEAPPLE EXPRESS TRAIN/MOHALA FARMS

Today we embark on a historical and agricultural tour of Oahu starting with a two-mile excursion aboard the Pineapple Express Train. Continue to the sugar cane fields at Mohala Farms, a 6-acre organic farm and non-profit organization in Hawaii. Continue along the eastern shore to our next stop – the Byodo-In Temple. The lush gardens and serene koi ponds make it a true “paradise on earth.” B, L

DAY 3: PEARL HARBOR/THE HANGER

Venture to Pearl Harbor for a day of historic sightseeing. Begin with a brief film about the infamous attack on December 7, 1941. Then, board an excursion boat to take you on a narrated tour to the USS Arizona Memorial. Returning to shore, tour the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum then travel by coach across the floating bridge to Ford Island and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Enjoy a delicious lunch at The Hangar Café, a World War II themed restaurant. Take an audio-guide tour of the museum, named the “#1 historical spot worth traveling for.” Conclude the afternoon with a docent-led tour aboard the battleship USS Missouri. Dinner tonight at the famous Tanaka of Tokyo Hibachi Restaurant. B, L, D

DAY 4: NATIONAL MEMORIAL CEMETERY OF THE PACIFIC/IOLANI PALACE

This morning, travel to the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, formed during the Honolulu Volcanic Series. The massive extinct volcano is one of the most notable landmarks on the island of Oahu! Next, drive past the Hawaii State Capitol. The columns around the building’s perimeter resemble royal palm trees! Arriving at Iolani Palace, embark on an historic audio-guide tour of the only royal palace in the U.S. Continue on a driving tour of historic Honolulu to see Aliʻiōlani Hale, the State Supreme Court building. B, L

DAY 5: THE BIG ISLAND/KAILUA-KONA

Travel to the Honolulu Airport for our short flight to the Big Island of Hawaii, the biggest and most volcanically active of the Hawaiian island chain. Upon arrival, ride to the charming seaside town of Kailua-Kona where we’ll enjoy lunch and a relaxing afternoon alongside the Pacific Ocean. B, L

DAY 6: PU’UHONUA O HONAUNAU NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK/KONA COFFEE FARM/LUAU

Travel along the coast to the Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park. From the park, we journey to Bay View Kona Coffee Farm. Take a fascinating tour of the farm, concluding with tasty samples. Next, enjoy a typical Hawaiian picnic lunch on the scenic hillside overlooking Kealakekua Bay. This evening, join fellow travelers for the spectacular Voyagers of the Pacific Luau at the Royal Kona Resort. B, L, D

DAY 7: HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

Journey to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and see Kilauea, the most active volcano in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the most visited volcano in the world. Lunch will be served in the famous Kilauea Lodge Restaurant, which overlooks the Kilauea caldera and the billowing Halema’uma’u Crater. B, L

DAY 8: MAUI/HALEAKALA

We are off to Maui aboard a short inter-island flight. Arrive on Maui midday, taking a scenic ride across the sugar cane fields, before ascending the more than 10,000-foot-high dormant volcano – Haleakala (weather-permitting). We’ll experience stark volcanic landscapes and sub-tropical rain forest with unforgettable views above the clouds! B, L

DAY 9: SUNSET DINNER CRUISE

Today is a day to relax your mind, body, and spirit! Walk along the spectacular sandy Ka’anapali Beach or engage in an array of cultural activities at the resort – possibly a hula class or lei making. This evening, join your fellow travelers for the final highlight of your Hawaiian holiday – a sunset dinner cruise aboard a beautiful sailing vessel. Beverages, gourmet meal, and scrumptious dessert will be enjoyed while watching the sun set over the western Pacific Ocean. B, D

DAY 10-11: MAUI OCEAN CENTER/HOME

Travel to the Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii, and enjoy a self-guided tour of this world-renowned center. After lunch, transfer to the Maui International Airport (Kahului), to board your overnight flight back home to the U.S. mainland. B, L

ACCOMMODATIONS
Nights 1-4: Queen Kapiolani, Waikiki Beach, Honolulu
Nights 5-7: Royal Kona Resort, Kailua-Kona
Nights 8-9: Royal Lahaina Resort, Maui
Night 10: Overnight Flight

Departure Cities:

• St. Louis
• Kansas City
• Springfield, MO

Depart: November 5, 2026
Return: November 15, 2026

Price Per Person: (SAME PRICE AS 2025!)

• Double: $6,999
• Single: $8,679

Price includes roundtrip airfare from STL/MCI/SGF. Call for other gateway cities.

Tour Size
This tour is a "Sunrise Tours Small Group Experience" featuring a more limited capacity than other tours.

Walking Distance
Moderate walking is required to fully enjoy this tour. Some walking will be on uneven paths or on sandy/rocky surfaces. While walking canes are allowed, we are unable to accommodate travelers using other mobility devices, including walkers and wheelchairs.

Please note that elevations do reach up to 10,000 feet on this tour. Cooler weather and high winds can prevail at higher elevations (especially atop Haleakala on Maui).

Average Temps
April – high of 86°, low of 72°
November – high of 84°, low of 72°

Time Zone
Hawaii Standard Time

Hotel Amenities
All hotel rooms offer a hair dryer, an iron and ironing board, and a coffee maker. Complimentary Wi-Fi is offered in the hotels, and each hotel features a swimming pool and spa (extra charge).

Other General Information
Tour Communications: You will receive three key communications leading up to your tour:

• Get Ready: Your email confirmation and initial tour information, sent after you register.
• Get Set: An email with additional tour details, sent approximately two months before departure.
• Go: Your final trip documents, mailed via USPS approximately three to four weeks before departure. This packet will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags, and final departure information.

Travel Protection: Travel Protection is optional but highly recommended and may be purchased until the day before departure. Sunrise Tours offers plans through battleface. Additional information will be included with your Get Ready email and can also be found HERE.

Inclusions: Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes:

• A professional Sunrise Tour Director
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Local step-on guides, including gratuities
• International tour guide gratuities when specified for the individual tour
• Deluxe motorcoach transportation with an onboard restroom
• Admission to activities and events as indicated
• Airfare from designated airports
• Transportation to and from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*
• Luggage handling at hotels when available

Gratuities: We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver is $6 to $10 per person, per day of the tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers also appreciate gratuities for excellent service, with a suggested amount of $5 per person. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or distribute gratuity envelopes.

Refreshments: We are happy to provide refreshments on most motorcoach travel days. We also recommend bringing a refillable water bottle to help you stay hydrated throughout your tour.

Pickup Points: If fewer than four travelers request a particular pickup point, we may ask those guests to select another available pickup location. Travelers are also welcome to join a tour from a city that is not listed as a departure point. Please contact our friendly reservations team to discuss available arrangements. For departure cities not listed, airfare is typically $100 more than the published fare for domestic tours and $200 more for international tours.

TSA PreCheck and Airline Rewards Numbers: TSA PreCheck, Known Traveler Numbers, and airline rewards numbers must be provided to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure. Numbers received after this deadline may not be applied to your reservation.

Airline Seating: Preferred seating may not be available with group airfare. In some cases, seats are not assigned until travelers arrive at the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy-class seat but does not include advance seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available for an additional cost.

Motorcoach Capacity and Seating: To provide one of the most comfortable motorcoach experiences in the industry, Sunrise Tours generally limits motorcoaches to 80% capacity. This allows for a maximum of 44 passengers on a motorcoach designed to accommodate 55. Sunrise Tours reserves the right to amend this practice. Your Tour Director will rotate motorcoach seating each day of the tour. Payment of a single-occupancy fare does not guarantee two motorcoach seats, and you may be seated beside another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.

Terms and Conditions
Please refer to our policies HERE for more information on our terms and conditions.